Personal Assistant

About the Role

KPMG New Zealand is part of a worldwide network of professional service firms delivering audit, tax and advisory support to a diverse clientele including individuals, SMEs, non-profits, multinational corporations, and government bodies. Our core mission focuses on contributing to New Zealand's prosperity and enhancing the well-being of its citizens.

We are searching for a skilled Personal Assistant to become an integral member of our dynamic Business Support team. This position involves providing superior administrative assistance to Audit Partners as well as actively supporting various firm-wide initiatives. Additionally, you will oversee daily operational activities to maintain team efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

• Efficiently manage complex diaries and email correspondence for Partners.
• Organize and facilitate meetings, team gatherings, and nationwide firm projects.
• Direct and monitor workflow to ensure optimum operational performance.
• Maintain and administrate office systems and databases.
• Finalize official documents such as formatted engagement letters.
• Prepare, style, and design professional documents including reports, proposals, and presentations.
• Perform other related administrative tasks as required.

Candidate Profile

• Minimum of two years' experience in a PA, administrative, or operational capacity; familiarity with professional service environments is beneficial.
• Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Exceptional organizational skills and multitasking ability.
• Detail-oriented with the capability to manage shifting priorities effectively.
• Adaptable and proactive problem solver with sound judgment.
• Collaborative team player eager to learn and apply new technologies including AI to enhance productivity.
• Professional demeanor and approachability.

Additional Information

Recruitment is managed internally by KPMG's Talent Acquisition team. We prioritize diversity and encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds including those with disabilities, mental health considerations, chronic conditions, or neurodivergence. Support for accessibility needs during recruitment is available upon request.

Benefits

• Access to annual incentive programs.
• Flexible leave arrangements including the purchase of additional annual leave.
• Inclusive parental leave policies providing 18 weeks fully paid leave for all new parents.
• Digital learning opportunities via Microsoft and LinkedIn Learning with customized pathways.
• Discounts on various insurance, banking, lifestyle, and wellbeing services.
• Inclusive culture supported by diversity and equity networks.
• Participation in environmental sustainability efforts aimed at carbon neutrality by 2030.
• Engagement in social clubs and company-wide events.
• Paid volunteering and citizenship leave.
• Potential for local and international secondments.
• Extensive health and wellness programs including vaccinations, counselling, wellbeing leave, and more.

Our commitment is to foster an inclusive workplace where diversity is valued, reflecting across gender, ethnicity, age, flexibility, family, sexual orientation, or disability lines.